Lemon-Garlic Grilled Chicken Breasts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Tender chicken breasts marinated in fresh lemon and garlic, grilled to perfection with a bright citrus finish. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless, 6 oz each chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2, minced garlic cloves
1, zested and juiced lemon
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Brush chicken breasts with the marinade, then place on a preheated grill at 375°F. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is golden brown.
Step 3: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in juices.